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Black Bear Lodge

New on MeridiaPrattsville, NY
  • Guided trips

Riverside inn in Prattsville, NY offering guided fly-fishing access to Schoharie Creek in the Catskill Mountains, with brown trout as the primary target. Open year-round with peak season in summer and fall, the lodge caters to both anglers and winter sports enthusiasts visiting nearby ski resorts.

Why book

Catskill inn on Schoharie Creek with guided brown trout fishing and easy access to four ski resorts.

Overview

Black Bear Lodge sits in Prattsville along the Schoharie Creek in the heart of the Catskill Mountains, roughly 2.5 hours from Albany International Airport. The property operates as a casual inn with 69 reviews and a 4.4-star rating, offering guided fishing trips on the creek's productive brown trout waters. Accommodations include free WiFi, continental breakfast, pet-friendly rooms (with additional charge), and free onsite parking. The lodge's location near four major ski resorts

At a glance

Type
Fishing Lodge
Fishiness
3/5
Location
Prattsville, NY
Best for
Fly Fishing, Freshwater, Experienced

What you'll catch

Amenities & features

Amenities

  • Parking
  • Wifi
  • Breakfast Included

Activities

  • Hiking
  • Skiing
  • Snowshoeing

Fishing styles

  • Fly Fishing

Water types

  • Freshwater

Seasons

  • Year-Round

Skill level

  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Advanced

Best for

  • Families with Kids
  • Non-Fishing Partners

Themes

  • Pet Friendly
  • Riverside

Getting there

  • Road Access

Climate

  • Mountains
  • Temperate

Lodging style

  • Inn

What's included

Included

  • Free WiFi
  • Pet Friendly (with additional charge)
  • Free Parking
  • Continental Breakfast
  • Cleaning Services
  • shared lounge

Seasons

The Catskill Mountains offer a diverse fishing experience throughout the year, though the lodge itself primarily caters to winter sports enthusiasts. For anglers, the warmer months are prime time. Summer provides ample opportunities for various activities, including fishing, with the Schoharie Creek accessible for those looking to cast a line. While specific species and peak seasons are not detailed, the general availability of fishing aligns with the typical warmer weather months when outdoor recreation is at its peak. Winter is largely dedicated to skiing, with four major resorts nearby. However, for the dedicated angler, the possibility of ice fishing or targeting species that remain active in colder waters could be explored, though this is not explicitly mentioned. The lodge's proximity to natural water bodies suggests potential for year-round angling, contingent on local conditions and species present.

Open year-round

Lodge open
Peak — go nowIn seasonOff-season

Trip planning

Nearest airport
Albany International Airport
Timezone
UTC-4

Getting there

Plenty room for onsite parking. You can park right in front of your room.

Where you are

Nearby waters

More fishable water within easy reach of the lodge.

Nearby destinations

Towns, regions, and wild places worth exploring around the lodge.

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